Revolutionizing RIA operations: the impact of advanced rebalancing technology in a world of turbulence and sophisticated investor needs
In recent years, registered investment advisors (RIAs) have faced unprecedented challenges, from a global pandemic to soaring inflation, geopolitical conflicts, and market disruptions. These tumultuous times have underscored the importance of adaptability and innovation in the wealth management industry. One significant transformation setting a new standard in client service and operational efficiency is adopting advanced rebalancing technology.
The quest for advanced rebalancing technology
While the world grapples with uncertainty and rapid change, RIAs face the complex and time-consuming process of managing and rebalancing portfolios. This includes adjusting for various factors, from market disruptions to individual client preferences such as risk tolerance, tax considerations, legacy planning, wealth preservation, charitable giving, and ESG and DEI. In such a dynamic environment, making quick and informed tactical decisions across investment portfolios is paramount.
However, many RIAs still rely on antiquated manual processes, with Cerulli data from 2021 indicating that 42% have yet to incorporate rebalancing technology into their operations. Rebalancing can consume hundreds of hours of effort for those still using manual methods, leading to delays and potential errors.
For firms embracing technology, selecting the right rebalancing solution can be challenging. Many platforms claim to automate portfolio rebalancing but may need to be more flexible, complete, and able to accommodate customization. Some may lack the ability to integrate data across different asset types and accounts or execute sophisticated tax strategies. Others may handle specific tasks but offer limited scalability, hindering the firm’s growth.
The power of intelliflo redblack
RIAs seek all-in-one solutions that automate rebalancing and cover their day-to-day trading needs, simplifying their technology stack and streamlining operations. These adaptable solutions can simplify their current business operations and adapt to their evolving requirements and preferences. RIAs also want solutions that can seamlessly integrate with other platforms in their technology lineup, support rebalancing and trading regardless of the custodian, and enable them to use their entire suite of technology seamlessly through a comprehensive, all-in-one package if they opt for that route.
That’s why award-winning intelliflo redblack is gaining so much traction with RIAs and wealth advisors. A comprehensive all-in-one solution for rebalancing, trading, and order management, it streamlines complex operations and daily workflows, applying standardized and highly customized processes to enhance operational efficiency, reduce errors, and ease staffing burdens.
intelliflo redblack eliminates the manual tasks associated with rebalancing by using an open architecture to execute and reconcile thousands of trades among various systems and multiple custodians in minutes—freeing staff from hours of work each month and allowing them to focus on building relationships with clients and prospects.
One of the critical advantages of intelliflo redblack is its ability to empower RIAs to respond swiftly to market movements and world events. RIAs can direct trades across thousands of portfolios before firms using manual processes even begin to assess their capacity to act. This agility ensures that rebalancing and trading strategies align with client and portfolio performance objectives.
Customization and flexibility
In an era where clients demand greater personalization and “high touch” services, RIAs must tailor their offerings while maintaining scalability. intelliflo redblack offers extreme flexibility to customize the platform, create tailored functions and applications, and provide clients with the digital experiences they seek. RIAs can create custom views, dashboards, and workflows to suit specific needs and preferences.
intelliflo redblack’s advanced rebalancing and trading technology enables RIAs to create and manage custom portfolios for clients with diverse objectives, including tax efficiency, diversification, personalization, and values-based investing. Custom rules further enhance portfolio management, reducing the number of trades through detailed execution criteria.
The cloud advantage
Launched in 2021, intelliflo redblack cloud offers RIAs access to a cloud-based, software-as-a-service (SaaS) package, delivering faster onboarding and cost savings. It eliminates the need for technology infrastructure investments and system requirements while providing secure, 24/7 access to the leading rebalancing and trading platform.
RIAs of all sizes can benefit from intelliflo redblack cloud, which ensures employees and clients can access the platform regardless of geographic location. The solution’s multi-tier model seamlessly scales with RIA firms, supporting their growth and customization needs.
Transforming RIA investment management operations
Ongoing fluctuations in the financial markets emphasize the importance for RIAs to oversee and make strategic investment portfolio choices promptly. Accomplishing this requires easy access to information for making the right decisions on a large scale using fit-for-purpose rebalancing and trading technology.
intelliflo redblack is revolutionizing RIA investment management operations by automating the most time-consuming aspects of rebalancing, trading, and portfolio management. The result is operational efficiency, cost reduction, and error prevention—enabling advisors to focus on building relationships, making informed investment decisions, and providing exceptional client service. This technology-driven transformation is a game-changer for RIAs seeking to reach new client segments and expand their businesses while staying agile in a rapidly changing world.